Homeschool Co-op Recital

Clarissa sang "Your Hands" by J.J. Heller at our co-op end-of-the-year recital, and I could barely listen or I would lose my place on the guitar. So sweet. Her first time singing into a microphone--whew! Charlie did a great job with his preschool choir too!!

Clarissa's New Kitty

As a reward for finishing Kindergarten, Clarissa got to pick out a pet for herself - with a little guidance from Mom and Dad. Her new kitty's name is Marli; a little, female tiger stripe. GREAT job Clarissa!!

Clarissa Wins Local Coloring Contest

A local bookstore, the Bookworm, held a coloring contest for their grand opening. Clarissa and Charlie both entered the contest, and Clarissa won for her age group! She will be awarded an Art Kit on May 7, 2011 at their grand opening day. Aaaaannndddd... when Bekah was in Kindergarten, SHE won a local coloring contest and was awarded an Art Kit!! (No lie.) AAANNNDDDD... both Clarissa and Bekah have hair like Kit Kittredge!!! (No lie.) ...Guess it runs in the family.

Midwest Homeschool Convention

Right about now, Bekah should be having a good ol' time at the Midwest Homeschool Convention in Cincinnati - one of the largest homeschool events in the country. (This also marks the first time that all three kiddos have spent an entire day being watched and cared for by someone other than us.)

The McIntires

We have been praying for and spending a good deal of time with the McIntires - dear friends whose 11-month old daughter was recently diagnosed with Neuroblastoma (a malignant/cancerous tumor). Please pray for Izzie and visit their CaringBridge site for more information at: www.caringbridge.org/visit/izziemcintire.

Sfuras in Newark

We had a blast "catching up" with the Sfuras this evening! It doesn't get any better than a chili dinner 'round a hearty fire with close friends.

Dolly Sods Backpacking

Another great Dolly Sods experience under the belt - this time in late winter (Mar. 5-7). See pictures and videos at the following links.

picasaweb.google (pictures)

youtube.com (video)